1. Vermont Separates from New York: On November 5, 1777, Vermont declared its independence from the state of New York, becoming its own independent state.

2. The Battle of Plattsburgh: On November 5, 1814, during the War of 1812, the British fleet was defeated by American forces in the Battle of Plattsburgh, which prevented the British from advancing further in the United States.

3. Vermont Ratifies the 19th Amendment: On November 5, 1919, Vermont ratified the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which gave women the right to vote.

4. Bernie Sanders Elected as Burlington Mayor: On November 5, 1981, Bernie Sanders was elected as the mayor of Burlington, Vermont, a position he held for eight years before moving on to represent the state in Congress.

5. The Killington Ski Resort Opens: On November 5, 1958, the Killington Ski Resort opened in Vermont, becoming one of the largest ski resorts on the East Coast, attracting skiers from all over the world.